Therapists in Freeport, NY

Often, unresolved issues from the past create obstacles that interfere with our present-day experiences. My goal is to empower you to overcome these obstacles and make changes to become the best version of yourself. We will work collaboratively to improve your quality of life and address mental health challenges that have been causing you distress. I promote an empathetic, non-judgmental, nurturing environment where clients can talk freely and gain insight.

With over 25 years of professional experience, I provide assistance to clients dealing with relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and career challenges. My aim is to foster an open and safe space where clients can share their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. Clients can anticipate being fully listened to and treated with respect and dignity. You will be encouraged to express all your concerns, doubts, fears, and hopes. The objective of the sessions is to explore, clarify, and uncover workable solutions and deeper insights into yourself and others.

I specialize in psychotherapy for presenting clinical issues such as anxiety and depression which may result from stresses throughout the lifespan. . As a seasoned professional, I am experienced with the full range of human concerns, and am a down-to-earth, active, engaged therapist. My mission is to help others forward in their lives, and quickly identify their "stuck points" which may be rooted in earlier life trauma. I have an accessible style and a practical approach which is especially empowering to parents, to young adults of both genders, to new mothers, and with women who are assessing their options for change.

I help others manage and resolve difficulties of the heart - love, loss, and work during significant life changes/transitions; e.g., career/job change, death/illness in family, divorce, addiction/recovery, etc. I provide high-quality professional assessment and counseling/psychotherapy to people who have not accessed or have had prior unsatisfactory experiences with psychotherapy. I also do "second opinions" for anyone experiencing therapy stalemate and/or major change. During change, the terrain is stormy, bumpy, skiddy and deep. Many feel angry--a disguise to the depth of fear(s). Anxiety ensues and one doubts whether the "new" is possible.

Are you looking for a therapist that actually "gets it"? Do you feel anxiety first thing in the morning, randomly throughout the day, or just before bed? Do you experience fear or panic reconnecting with friends, family, and coworkers since the world changed in 2020? Are you in the process of (or thinking about) coming out and feel unsure of how to go forward? Are you wanting to restructure your life in a more meaningful way but not sure what your new life can look like? I can assist you. My clientele includes diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQA, individuals, couples, and families. Let’s talk.

I am a psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, anger management, ADHD, depression, marital issues, political anxiety, covid anxiety, and adjustment issues in teens, young adults and married couples. My experience also includes working with various DSM-V disorders in addition to managing school based issues. Many of my clients encounter frustration when their concerns impact their daily lives, and I take the time to listen closely to their needs, and empower them to successfully navigate their challenges.

Patients that I meet with will receive a full range of psychotherapy services. I provide parenting counseling, relationship counseling, cognitive therapy, group therapy, psychoanalysis, and anger management. Psychotherapy is available for issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse as well as eating disorders, couples therapy, individual and family therapy. HIV pre and post counseling, postpartum depression, court mandated treatment, phobias/panic attack, autism, Asperger, ADHD/ ADD, and OCD are a few of the presenting issues I specialize in with over 40 years of experience.